This past weekend, the Levitt Pavilion at MacArthur Park came alive as La Resistencia brought their powerful ska sound to the stage for Levitt LA’s free summer concert series. Hundreds gathered on the lawn for a night that defied fear and celebrated resilience, as music, pride, and people power reclaimed one of Los Angeles’ most historic public […]
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From MacArthur Park to Warner Ranch Park, the Golden Globe Foundation is proud to support two of Los Angeles’ leading cultural institutions — Levitt LA and the Valley Cultural Foundation (VCF) — as they bring communities together through the power of free live entertainment. Levitt LA has become a summer staple in historic MacArthur Park, presenting 30 in-person and livestreamed […]
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We’re proud to announce that Golden Globe Foundation Independent Board Member Mia Farrell has been nominated by LA Times Studios for the 5th Annual Inspirational Women Forum & Leadership Awards, in recognition of her outstanding achievements and leadership within the Foundation. Taking place on November 13, 2025, at the Fairmont Miramar in Santa Monica, the event shines a spotlight on women […]
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The Golden Globe Foundation has announced its 2025-26 board and officers. Adam Tanswell has been elected President, Miriam Spritzer is the Treasurer, and Tim Kittleson is Secretary. Raffi Boghosian, Ramzy Malouki, and Bianca Goodloe have been elected to the board for three-year terms, replacing Henry Arnaud, Earl Gibson III, and Jeff Harris, who completed their […]
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Military Veterans in Journalism (MVJ) is helping veterans build meaningful careers in the news industry, thanks in part to the Golden Globe Foundation’s ongoing support. MVJ, a nonprofit professional association dedicated to empowering military veterans in media, connects aspiring journalists with seasoned reporters through its formalized mentorship program. This program pairs each veteran with three […]
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NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) champions emerging and diverse filmmakers and storytellers from around the world, providing a platform for them to be recognized, share their work with audiences, and connect with industry professionals. Through year-round programming, NFMLA helps next-generation filmmakers gain insight into distribution, production, and representation while building valuable relationships to further their careers. […]
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Los Angeles City College Cinema/TV student Debbie Su is living her dream after her Golden Globe Foundation–funded short film caught the attention of ‘Airplane!’ director David Zucker—who she’s now interning for. Born and raised in the Philippines, I was the daughter of a pastor in a small church in Northern Mindanao. My parents fostered a […]
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The Los Angeles Press Club exists to support, promote, and defend quality journalism in Southern California. Its task is to encourage journalists by involving the public in recognizing such journalism, with the belief that a free press is crucial to a free society. In addition, the Los Angeles Press Club provides a place for journalists, […]
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Three short films produced by Santa Monica College students in the Golden Globe Foundation–supported Film 33: Making the Short Film class have been accepted into the prestigious LA Shorts International Film Festival, qualifying them for Oscar and BAFTA consideration. The selected works—“Ends and Means”, “Fear and Tremble”, and “No Return”—were created in a professional filmmaking environment under the guidance […]
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For over 30 years, Project Involve has been Film Independent’s most vital and impactful program, providing invaluable hands-on filmmaking experience from inception to completion. Participants are paired with mentors at the top of their respective fields, and receive personalized guidance to help move their projects and careers forward. Filmmakers from diverse backgrounds are given the opportunity to […]
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Los Angeles City College (LACC) closed out the academic year with its annual scholarship ceremony on May 20 at the LACC Student Union, where students came together to be recognized for their hard work and achievements with Scholarship Award certificates. Mahadi Hasan Shawon was awarded a Golden Globe Foundation Fellowship in Cinema/TV for his exceptional […]
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On World Refugee Day 2025, we reflect on the strength, resilience, and creativity of displaced communities—especially the young storytellers who are finding their voice and reclaiming their narratives through film. For millions of refugees around the world, life-altering decisions must be made in an instant. Often fleeing with nothing but their memories, they carry powerful stories […]
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